Six tips for pain free gardening

Whether it’s warm or a little nippy outside, if you’re an avid gardener it’s unlikely that the low temperatures will deter you from getting outside, whether to prep your allotment in time for spring or for a general tidy-up.

If you’re planning on getting back into your garden it’s worthwhile taking extra care with your back. There are certain movements as a result of gardening that can take its toll on those muscles.

Top tips

We have compiled six simple tips for pain free gardening to ensure that you can enjoy the fresh air while protecting your back.

Starting out

Simple stretching exercises or a short walk will warm up and loosen up your joints muscles. Start by spending just a short amount of time on your garden at first and gradually build it back up as the weather warms.

Digging

Dig down as opposed to out in front of you. Bend your knees when lifting soil and debris and try not to move too much at once.